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BHP Billiton: The cost environment has "significantly changed" due to the conflict in the Middle East.BHP Billitons revenue for the fiscal year was US$58.76 billion, a 15% increase year-over-year. Capital and exploration expenditures for the fiscal year were US$10.26 billion, a 5% increase year-over-year.BHP Billitons net profit for the fiscal year was US$9.83 billion, up 9% year-on-year. BHP Billitons underlying profit for the fiscal year was US$13.2 billion, up 30% year-on-year, exceeding market expectations of US$12.66 billion.August 18th - A Reuters/Ipsos poll released on August 17th showed that US President Trumps approval rating has dropped to 33%, a new low during his second term. The poll indicated that 64% of Americans disapprove of Trumps performance in the White House, and approximately 80% expect the conflict between the US and Iran to "last a long time." The survey was conducted online nationwide, collecting feedback from 1,166 American adults.On August 18th, international oil prices rose by about 3% on Monday due to the bleak prospects for US-Iran peace talks. Trump stated that he had no intention of extending the expiring agreement with Iran. The US-Iran memorandum of understanding, signed in June, technically expired on Monday. The two sides still have disagreements on many issues, including the Strait of Hormuz. Other officials suggested that the US is not in a hurry to end the conflict, which has lasted for nearly six months. The US Energy Secretary stated that the US is engaged in a long-term game with the Islamic Republic of Iran; while Trumps senior advisor, Kushner, said that Trump would remain patient in reaching an agreement.
